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*RAIN CANCELLATION*Red Whale Road & Gravel Meet Up (Juan) -- CANCELED


Great ride for those new to the club, returning to cycling, looking for a recovery ride or just checking us out.  Meet at 9:45AM/Roll out at 10:00AM

15-35 miles round trip on a mostly flat route with some variations decided by the ride leader.  

May split into a faster and slower pace but with frequent regroups; ride at A pace, 10-13 mph average.

20% or higher chance of rain cancels the ride

Sample route.  The actual route may be decided by the Ride Leader


Red Whale Road Routes Collection



GRAVEL OPTION departs at 9:45!
Gravel bike or mountain bike with 38mm-45mm tires are highly recommended for improved traction
2 gravel sections.   Call Juan for more info regarding the gravel segment.

Sample Red Whale Gravel Route 42mi/+1,800'
 
***Please note that eBikes of all classes are EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED on all unpaved roads, fire roads or trails in almost all CA state parks and ALL Marin County Open Space Preserves which multiple sections of this gravel route travel on (Rush Creek Preserve and the Hamilton Wetlands Preserve)

Registration is required.  



When:
Sunday, March 12, 2023, 9:45 AM
Where:
Red Whale Coffee
169 Paul Drive
San Rafael, CA  94903

Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Juan Pommier
Gravel Ride Leader
7143973060 (p)
Category:
Newcomer Ride
Registration is not Required
Payment In Full In Advance Only
Helmets required
All Riders, members and non members must register to ride
Daytime running lights are advised
No Earbuds
Follow all rules of the road
Please make sure your bike is in good maintenance
Please make sure you can comfortably ride at an A pace for 25-35 miles
***For the Gravel ride, either a gravel or mountain bike with 38-45mm tires are highly recommended
Have fun
20% or higher chance of rain cancels the ride
Cancellation Policy:
Please cancel your registration by calling or texting by 6:00 am
No Fee
No Fee